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animaná is an ethical apparel and home decor brand that harmonizes the artistry of man with that of nature. Founded by Adriana Marina, the company emerged as a social enterprise with the goal of reviving the Patagonian and Andean culture. animaná's value chain focuses on preserving the ancient skills of makers and utilizing natural materials- including alpac[...]

In the wake of Liberia’s Ebola Crisis UNIFORM, a viral kickstarter campaign, is aiming to tackle the decline of school enrollment rates in the Liberian community. With every purchase of a UNIFORM sustainable t-shirt, made entirely in Africa, a school uniform is donated to a child in Liberia who wouldn't otherwise attend school. The campaign not only [...]

Ways of Change is an ethical accessories line that was born during a family trip to Bali in 2013. With the goal of helping people affected by conflict and migration, cousins Cara Boccieri and Lauren Baird began working with refugees on the Thailand Burma border to create a collection of gorgeous brass jewelry. In addition to supporting the preservation of th[...]

Photo Story: AYAO Collection by Yemzi
This editorial, inspired by William Okpo's SS14 photographic imagery is the story of three young women seeking balance between the tranquil countryside and the fast paced city. I feel as though the red outfit represents the equilibrium. The entire collection is made from organic stretch cotton drill and was shot in th[...]

"SVILU was born out of the desire to create beautifully made, thoughtfully designed staples for women that endure the ebb and flow of trends. Environmentally sensitive fabrics and practices are used whenever possible and we continue to research ways to reduce our impact while maintaining the integrity of our designs.”
Founded by Britt Cosgrove and Marina Po[...]

Doegirl is an organic and sustainable fashion label based on the California coast. Adhering to a slow fashion supply chain, and with a strong belief in ecology, Doegirl offers a range of small batch garments that are made from organic GOTS certified textiles and upcycled designer end-cuts. Believing fit is key to the longevity of a garment, Doegirl offer[...]

With autumn upon us, you don’t want to be caught in the cold with an insufficient sweater. A notion passed down from generations reminds us to investment in clothes that will last. Fast forward to today’s social network, and we find we have the creative ability (and loads of blogs to consult us) to take these choice staples and restyle them into an array of [...]

You’ve probably heard of Nudie Jeans - you might even have a pair or two in your dresser (or walk-in-closet!) But did you know how sustainable they are? Nudie is a jeans and casual wear label founded in Gothenburg, Sweden in 2001. With a strong commitment to ethical labor standards and minimal environmental impact, Nudie is one of the most responsible jeans [...]

The welfare states in the Nordic countries are based on a model where citizens take care of each other and the land they live in. Sustainability and countability are long-established concepts in industries such as architecture, energy and food. Now it is the turn of the fashion industry, where several of the newer companies are green from the moment they sta[...]

Photo story: "Clandestine Evolution"
The theme revolves around the scientific equation of nature as it applies to sustainable fashion and art. The goal was to achieve a "oneness" with nature whereby each facet is inextricable or interdependent of each other. By merging light and dark elements, and with nature as a backdrop, each look featured the model in[...]